Rogers

History, Shopping and Quirky Fun

Rogers blends historic charm, outdoor recreation and modern amenities in the booming Northwest Arkansas region.

Rogers is home to shopping, dining, outdoor adventure, activities and accommodations that make it ideal for leisure travelers, meeting and conventions and groups of friends and family.

The brick-paved streets of historic downtown Rogers lead to restaurants, retail shops, bars, art galleries, tattoo studios and more. Buy unique cookware or take a cooking class at Honeycomb Kitchen Shop. Find a treat for your furry friend at Woof & Wander and shop for fresh produce or artisan goods at the Rogers Local Food & Art Market.

Barbecue, gelato, bakeries, pizza joints, cafes and fine dining await around every corner. Savor a pint at Ozark Beer Company or a pastry and latte at Onyx Coffee Lab. Order a juicy burger at Parkside Public, try Cuban fare at Havana Tropical Grill, or score a coveted reservation at Heirloom at the 1907.

The 25-foot-tall world’s largest Daisy BB gun leans against the outside of the Daisy Airgun Museum. Inside is an extensive collection of antique guns, Daisy manufacturing history and new Daisy products.

From comedies to dramas to Broadway musicals, the historic Victory Theater comes to life with performances presented by the Arkansas Public Theatre. For live music, check out The Music Depot, which showcases Black roots music.

The centerpiece of the community is Railyard Park, where locals gather on Frisco Plaza to hear music on Butterfield Stage or watch kids climb and explore the Playard’s oversized structures. Seasonal events take place here year-round.

Outdoor Recreation

Just blocks away, Railyard Bike Park features wall rides, whale tails and concrete lips for riders of all skill levels, as well as for different types of bikes, from striders and full suspension bikes to dirt jumpers and BMX. Rent a bike from Phat Tire Bike Shop, or tune up your own ride at Magnolia Cycles.

From Railyard Bike Park, trails lead east to Lake Atalanta. This iconic outdoor recreation spot has playgrounds, fishing piers and more than 10 miles of soft-surface multi-use trails. Veterans Memorial Park spans 23 acres with volleyball courts and soccer, baseball and football fields.

Hobbs State Park-Conservation Area on Beaver Lake is just minutes from downtown Rogers. At 30,000 acres, Beaver Lake offers top-notch fishing, particularly for striped bass, largemouth bass, crappie, bream and catfish. Popular water sports include boating, water skiing, scuba diving and swimming. World-class mountain biking and hiking trails also wind through Hobbs.

The Razorback Greenway runs through the city. The 40-mile paved trail connects Rogers to other major cities in Northwest Arkansas, passing through green spaces and urban areas.

Shopping, Sports & Entertainment in Rogers

Contemporary and cosmopolitan shopping options cluster near Interstate 49 at Scottsdale Center, Pinnacle Hills Promenade and Village on the Creeks. This section of town is packed with everything you need or want, from furniture to cosmetics. Shop national retailers like Williams-Sonoma, Banana Republic, Kendra Scott, Athleta and the LEGO Store, along with outdoor outfitters like Bass Pro Shops and Duluth Trading Company.

Start the day with Heroes Coffee, grab lunch at Torchy’s Tacos or Uptown Kitchen + Taphouse, and wind down with dinner at Oak Steakhouse. Take a seat overlooking the water at Natural State Beer Company for great craft beer with a scenic view. Dave & Buster’s is packed with family-friendly fun with arcade games and American comfort food. And that’s just a start when it comes to places to eat in Rogers.

Entertainment options span every interest. Catch major touring acts in concert at Walmart AMP, Arkansas’ premier outdoor live music venue, with the largest stage house in the state. Next door, Topgolf lets you tee up golf game shots with full-service food and drink. Nearby, Birdie and Brews offers golf simulators and plenty of brews on tap. Bring the whole family to Blue Zoo Aquarium, Malco Cinema, Sky Zone Trampoline Park and Fast Lane Entertainment.

Just seven miles away, War Eagle offers even more to explore. Explore War Eagle Cavern, visit historic War Eagle Mill, take in the scenery or plan a fall trip around the renowned War Eagle Craft Fair.